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Cucalorus Film Festival parties to fundraiser deadline

Juliane Bullard | Lifestyles Editor October 3, 2012

Nine minutes before their deadline, Cucalorus Film Festival surpassed their Kickstarter goal of $18,000 by $2,410 at their first-ever launch party. Donors were invited to bring t-shirts to be screen-printed...

From left, Brianna Nipper, Alena Bray, and Brenna Nipper are helped by Halloween & More employee Ashley. Halloween & More is a costume store that stays open year round.

The Halloween Hunt survives the off-season

Katelyn Russell | Contributing Writer October 1, 2012

From left, Brianna Nipper, Alena Bray, and Brenna Nipper are helped by Halloween & More employee Ashley. Halloween & More is a costume store that stays open year round.

Paul Bunyan chopped his way through Riverfest 2012

Lori Wilson | Contributing Writer October 1, 2012

With the sweet smell of funnel cake and deep-fried everything in the air, three guys in flannel gave Wilmington a mighty performance this weekend.Lee LeCaptain, owner of The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show company,...

Pink is the new black: fashion for a cause in downtown Wilmington

Tabitha Shiflett | Contributing Writer September 17, 2012

Although October is the month known for breast cancer awareness, events supporting the cause happen year round. September 13 marked local non-profit organization Love is Bald's second annual fashion show...

A Different Experience at TheatreNOW

Shelby Purvis | Staff Writer September 16, 2012

Theatre is a big deal around Wilmington--from Thalian Hall to Browncoat Pub & Theatre, the choices of performances each weekend are practically endless. Now there's a new name in town: TheatreNOW. But...

There have been five cases of West Nile Virus reported in North Carolina, two of which were fatal.

West Nile Virus precautions taken seriously in New Hanover county

Emily Evans | Contributing Writer September 5, 2012

There have been five cases of West Nile Virus reported in North Carolina, two of which were fatal.

New sports bar opens on New Center Drive

Gabriel Sutton | Contributing Writer August 28, 2012

If I told you that you could party on the deck of the USS North Carolina while drinking your favorite microbrew, eating delicious food and cheering your favorite team to victory, you'd probably think that...

The risk of getting inked

Lauren Clairmont | Assistant Lifestyles Editor August 27, 2012

Reddish-purple bumps, lung disease, joint infection, eye problems and organ infections are far from what people expect when they get a tattoo. However, a recent outbreak of skin infections has everyone...

Wilma Daniels: local businesswoman or celebrity confidant

Roxy Simons | Staff Writer August 27, 2012

 During his prime with the Los Angeles Lakers, basketball superstar Magic Johnson led his team to five championship winning seasons. In his rookie year, Johnson was MVP in the NBA finals and was elected...

Fairly Fly is ready to rock

Birdie Loeffler | Staff Writer April 23, 2012

If you like good music and beer, Fairly Fly is the up-and-coming local band to see. Officially, the band formed recently, but individually, the members have been playing the Wilmington music circuit for...

The Shop of Seagate: Wilmington’s eclectic décor heaven

Rachel Herrington | Contributing Writer March 6, 2012

Even while the economy has caused people to pull back on spending the local Wilmington resale store, the Shop of Seagate, continues to entice people to shop.The array of benches, shutters and furniture...

Screen Gems Studios prepares for new productions

Shea Lenkaitis | Staff Writer February 22, 2012

 Screen Gems Studios has been the home to hundreds of movies, television shows and commercials throughout the years. It is the biggest production company outside of California and has been a part of many...

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